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Buddhism: Practices

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Features and functions of Buddhist places of worship

I can explain the features, function and importance of different places of worship for Buddhists today.

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Buddhist temples in Britain and globally

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Forms of meditation: samatha and mettabhavana

I can explain the nature, purpose and significance of meditation including samatha and mettabhanvana meditation, for Buddhists today.

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Forms of meditation: vipassana

I can explain the nature, purpose and significance of vipassana meditation for Buddhists today.

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The role of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas in meditation

I can explain the aims, methods and significance of visualising Buddhas and Bodhisattvas through meditation.

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Devotional practices

I can explain the role and significance of chanting and mantras in devotional practices for Buddhists today.

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Puja and mudras

I can explain the role and significance of puja and mudras for Buddhists today.

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Death and mourning in Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism

I can explain Buddhist beliefs about death and how this belief is shown through different Buddhist death ceremonies and rituals.

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Festivals and retreats

I can explain the origins of celebrations such as Wesak, Kathina and Parinirvana, and the significance of these for Buddhists today.

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Buddhist festivals in Britain

I can explain the importance of Buddhist festivals for Buddhists living in Britain today.

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